1
: of, relating to, or resembling a wall
2
: applied to and made integral with a wall or ceiling surface
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Chris Kelly, Washington Post, 4 Apr. 2024
While not part of the current mural program, the city and Pittsburg Community Arts Foundation sponsored the artwork.
—Judith Prieve, The Mercury News, 2 Apr. 2024
Best things to do during spring training in Arizona
Museums and art galleries
Phoenix and its surrounding cities have some pretty amazing local artists, which means there's plenty of fun in mural hunting and gallery hopping.
—The Arizona Republic, 24 Feb. 2024
Move on to the hip Edge neighborhood for more mural spotting, coffee or cocktails at buzzy Intermezzo, and lunch at local favorite Bodega, which rivals Miami with its spot-on Cuban cuisine.
—Angela Caraway-Carlton, Miami Herald, 23 Feb. 2024
Explore our new section Only later would Crabtree learn that the coyote called Tripod was a local legend whose likeness graces a massive mural downtown and whose chance encounters with residents are quickly documented on social media.
—Alex Wigglesworth, Los Angeles Times, 11 Mar. 2024
Other Asbury Park artists will see their work featured on a mural circle and the Stoke Henge surfboard arch.
—Spin Staff, SPIN, 5 Mar. 2024
The weeklong camps focus on a range of topics, from trail stomping to mural painting to theatre to good old-fashioned summer camp.
—Caroline Beck, The Indianapolis Star, 1 Mar. 2024
In addition to the new archive, the organization will create mural walking trails and host educational workshops, community events, film screenings and school activities.
—Julia Binswanger, Smithsonian Magazine, 22 Feb. 2024
Jackie Burrell, The Mercury News, 8 Apr. 2024
Many have whimsical murals, soaking tubs, and living rooms with city views.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 5 Apr. 2024
Zillow Gone Wild is named after the very popular Instagram account, which has almost 2 million followers who can't help but peek at surrealistic murals, model-train rooms, and basement dungeons in real-life homes that are on the market.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 5 Apr. 2024
In the same way, custom wallpaper panels or murals are generally more expensive than off-the-shelf rolls of wallpaper.
—Randy Tucker, The Enquirer, 4 Apr. 2024
Elsewhere, the main bathroom, aptly dubbed the Throne Room, features a mural of Queen Elizabeth, gold wall appliques, onyx flooring, and a gold sink adorned with pearls and other jewels.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 2 Apr. 2024
There’s a Lamont Butler quesadilla (and mural) at El Pollo Grill in Chula Vista.
—Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Apr. 2024
The new mural was met with great excitement, and large crowds gathered to see the latest addition to the neighborhood.
—Julia Binswanger, Smithsonian Magazine, 28 Mar. 2024
The Rangers also have a special exhibit and murals throughout Globe Life Field to commemorate their Fall Classic win and other Rangers history including the 1995 All-Star game.
—Lawrence Dow, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 Mar. 2024
Adjective
Meanwhile, on Saturday, there’s also a mural installation in Dupont Circle Park and craft activities, such as origami and bookmark making, in the garden behind the historic Heurich House.
—Chris Kelly, Washington Post, 4 Apr. 2024
While not part of the current mural program, the city and Pittsburg Community Arts Foundation sponsored the artwork.
—Judith Prieve, The Mercury News, 2 Apr. 2024
Best things to do during spring training in Arizona
Museums and art galleries
Phoenix and its surrounding cities have some pretty amazing local artists, which means there's plenty of fun in mural hunting and gallery hopping.
—The Arizona Republic, 24 Feb. 2024
Move on to the hip Edge neighborhood for more mural spotting, coffee or cocktails at buzzy Intermezzo, and lunch at local favorite Bodega, which rivals Miami with its spot-on Cuban cuisine.
—Angela Caraway-Carlton, Miami Herald, 23 Feb. 2024
Explore our new section Only later would Crabtree learn that the coyote called Tripod was a local legend whose likeness graces a massive mural downtown and whose chance encounters with residents are quickly documented on social media.
—Alex Wigglesworth, Los Angeles Times, 11 Mar. 2024
Other Asbury Park artists will see their work featured on a mural circle and the Stoke Henge surfboard arch.
—Spin Staff, SPIN, 5 Mar. 2024
The weeklong camps focus on a range of topics, from trail stomping to mural painting to theatre to good old-fashioned summer camp.
—Caroline Beck, The Indianapolis Star, 1 Mar. 2024
In addition to the new archive, the organization will create mural walking trails and host educational workshops, community events, film screenings and school activities.
—Julia Binswanger, Smithsonian Magazine, 22 Feb. 2024
Noun
Browse the museum, hike the trails — the Tower Trail takes you to the site of the long-ago observation tower — then check out the town’s art galleries and murals.
—Jackie Burrell, The Mercury News, 8 Apr. 2024
Many have whimsical murals, soaking tubs, and living rooms with city views.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 5 Apr. 2024
Zillow Gone Wild is named after the very popular Instagram account, which has almost 2 million followers who can't help but peek at surrealistic murals, model-train rooms, and basement dungeons in real-life homes that are on the market.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 5 Apr. 2024
In the same way, custom wallpaper panels or murals are generally more expensive than off-the-shelf rolls of wallpaper.
—Randy Tucker, The Enquirer, 4 Apr. 2024
Elsewhere, the main bathroom, aptly dubbed the Throne Room, features a mural of Queen Elizabeth, gold wall appliques, onyx flooring, and a gold sink adorned with pearls and other jewels.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 2 Apr. 2024
There’s a Lamont Butler quesadilla (and mural) at El Pollo Grill in Chula Vista.
—Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Apr. 2024
The new mural was met with great excitement, and large crowds gathered to see the latest addition to the neighborhood.
—Julia Binswanger, Smithsonian Magazine, 28 Mar. 2024
The Rangers also have a special exhibit and murals throughout Globe Life Field to commemorate their Fall Classic win and other Rangers history including the 1995 All-Star game.
—Lawrence Dow, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 Mar. 2024
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mural
1 of 2 adjective
mu·ral
ˈmyu̇r-əl 
1
: of or relating to a wall
2
: applied to and made part of a wall surface
a mural painting
mural
2 of 2 noun
: a mural work of art
Medical Definition
mural
adjective
mu·ral
ˈmyu̇r-əl
: attached to and limited to a wall or a cavity
a mural thrombus
mural abscesses
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